Butterfly Makeup Tutorial

One of the most popular places to visit in Brooklyn is the Botanic Gardens and with lots of flowers comes plenty of butterflies. Between their brilliant colors and ability to defy gravity, these stunning winged creatures are a captivating sight to see. To achieve your butterfly makeup, follow this step-by-step guide using some of our favorite Maybelline New York products like Fit Me Concealer, Tattoo Studio Ink Pen, Falsies Surreal Lash Mascara, and Super Stay Matte Ink. Now, make like a monarch and get ready to wow.

Brooklyn Butterfly

Spread your wings with vibrant colors, groovy vibes, and lots of whimsy.

  1. 1.Line It

    Before you can get to the fun part with lots of color, draw on the shape of your wings. Tattoo Studio Ink Pen has a tapered applicator that helps to create sharp lines.

    Tattoo Studio® Ink Pen
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  2. 2.Color On

    Fantasy butterfly makeup calls for some groovy, vibrant swirls around your eyes to suggest the movement of wings. Use the black outline you crafted as a guide, and color in with Tattoo Studio Gel Pencil in Punchy Pink, Tealtini, and Lavender Lights.

    Tattoo Studio® Sharpenable Gel Pencil
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  3. 3. Lashes Up

    Butterflies are all about their flutter game, so bold lashes are a must. Apply a few coats of Falsies Surreal Lash Extension Mascara for lots of volume and drama. To match the vibrant colors of your wings, choose a similarly vivid lip color like hot pink Super Stay Matte Ink in Romantic.

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